Gardening and Landscaping

A few years back, we installed a sun shade sail in our backyard. We love having the shade (check out the sun shade sail DIY), but we always wanted to turn the wooden posts into something more. I’ve always been fascinated with solar power, for the environmental benefits and it’s a direction to move off…

Ash shares how he creatively used a trash can, a spigot, some wire, and a few bungee cords to create this rainwater reservoir. The stand, which doubles as a seat, was made from leftover wood from the shed.

Almost any shed can benefit from a ramp and steps. Such is the case with my DIY shed. If you’ve been following along with me as I built my shed from scratch, my storage shed plans included a spot for both steps and a ramp. If you missed my previous posts, check out my Shed…

One of Ash’s favorite meals is a simple pot of rice and beans – but he gives it a little kick with a hot pepper called a wiri wiri pepper. It’s a Caribbean hot pepper, so it’s hard to find around here. Luckily, Ash’s mom had a plant to give him. She was happy to…

Looking to check a few backyard projects off your list this spring? These six projects are not only cost-effective, but will simplify your life. You’ll be wondering why you didn’t do them sooner!

With the weather warming up, it’s time to start planning for spring! Learn how to make your own raised planter box with this easy tutorial, along with our tips and tricks. It’s perfect for raised organic gardening.

Ash shares the details of how he built this custom wagon for his riding mower. He carefully explains everything from basic construction to assembling the axles to hooking up the hitch connection.

Thinking about tackling a wooden pathway project? It’s easier than you think. With just a few hours of work, Ash created a perfect path from his patio into the backyard. Not only was it a quick fix, but it’s one of our most functional.

Looking to install a pathway? Ash shares how they connected their patio to their detached deck. After a lot of digging and carrying bags of stones, they have a beautiful, functional pathway that spruced up their backyard.